J. Briggs Cormier works directly with Arts and Sciences Marketing and Communications and chair of the department to support marketing, communications, recruiting, and event planning needs. He manages, maintains, and develops content for the department’s website and social media channels; partners to develop print publications, promotional materials, and advertising; supports recruiting events and initiatives; plans and executes special events and serves as the department’s advancement (development and alumni relations) liaison.

Cormier is a recipient of the university's highest award recognizing diversity efforts--the Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award. He has also received the Director's Award from the Multicultural Center, a Commendation for Service and Leadership from the University Senate, and a Student Recognition Award from the Board of Trustees.

He also is an adjunct assistant professor in the department, teaching courses and directing in the season as needed. He serves as Resident Director for the London Theatre Program. He directed The Seagull (Autumn 2021), the department's first onstage performance with an audience after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down production in spring of 2020 and She Kills Monsters (Autumn 2023), the first production in the new Theatre, Film, and Media Arts Building. In Spring 2026, he is excited to direct Acute Exposure, the 2025-26 winner in the EMOS Ecodrama Playwrights’ Festival.